Cote UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Cote UK cooks with: rapeseed (vegetable) oil in the fryers for frites, triple-cooked chips, breadcrumbed calamari and plaice; the kitchen is otherwise very butter, cream and Comte led (bearnaise, hollandaise, gratin dauphinois, garlic butter), which keeps most of the classics low, but the truffle mayonnaise on the Cote Burger, the mayonnaise in the potted crab, the vinaigrettes and the deep-fried plates are rapeseed/sunflower based and carry nearly all of the PUFA. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Cote UK
Learn this once: a salad with grilled protein and the dressing left off is nearly always the lowest seed oil order anywhere. So the list below sticks to real meals, salads included, never just a water.
Cleanest full order: French Onion Soup + Beef Bourguignon + Cafe Creme, 5.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Cafe Creme | 0.0g |
| Gratin Dauphinois | 1.0g |
| Creme Caramel | 1.0g |
| French Onion Soup | 2.0g |
| Baguette | 3.0g |
What to Avoid at Cote UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Cote Burger | 18.0g |
| Calamari | 14.0g |
| Plaice Frites | 14.0g |
| Cote de Boeuf (22oz) | 14.0g |
| Potted Crab | 9.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Cote UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Cote UK cooks with: rapeseed (vegetable) oil in the fryers for frites, triple-cooked chips, breadcrumbed calamari and plaice; the kitchen is otherwise very butter, cream and Comte led (bearnaise, hollandaise, gratin dauphinois, garlic butter), which keeps most of the classics low, but the truffle mayonnaise on the Cote Burger, the mayonnaise in the potted crab, the vinaigrettes and the deep-fried plates are rapeseed/sunflower based and carry nearly all of the PUFA. Across the 40 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Cote UK cook with?
Our research indicates: rapeseed (vegetable) oil in the fryers for frites, triple-cooked chips, breadcrumbed calamari and plaice; the kitchen is otherwise very butter, cream and Comte led (bearnaise, hollandaise, gratin dauphinois, garlic butter), which keeps most of the classics low, but the truffle mayonnaise on the Cote Burger, the mayonnaise in the potted crab, the vinaigrettes and the deep-fried plates are rapeseed/sunflower based and carry nearly all of the PUFA. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Cote UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Cote UK cooks with rapeseed (vegetable) oil in the fryers for frites, triple-cooked chips, breadcrumbed calamari and plaice; the kitchen is otherwise very butter, cream and Comte led (bearnaise, hollandaise, gratin dauphinois, garlic butter), which keeps most of the classics low, but the truffle mayonnaise on the Cote Burger, the mayonnaise in the potted crab, the vinaigrettes and the deep-fried plates are rapeseed/sunflower based and carry nearly all of the PUFA, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Cote UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Cote UK cooks with rapeseed (vegetable) oil in the fryers for frites, triple-cooked chips, breadcrumbed calamari and plaice; the kitchen is otherwise very butter, cream and Comte led (bearnaise, hollandaise, gratin dauphinois, garlic butter), which keeps most of the classics low, but the truffle mayonnaise on the Cote Burger, the mayonnaise in the potted crab, the vinaigrettes and the deep-fried plates are rapeseed/sunflower based and carry nearly all of the PUFA, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Cote UK?
Cafe Creme is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Cote UK, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Cote UK?
Cote Burger is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Cote UK, at an estimated 18.0g PUFA. Fried items and creamy, mayo-based sauces are usually the heaviest.
What are seed oils?
Seed oils — canola, soybean, sunflower, corn, and similar vegetable oils — are extracted from seeds using high heat and chemical solvents. They are very high in polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), which are unstable at cooking temperatures and can oxidize easily. Many health-conscious eaters choose to minimize seed oils and prefer foods cooked in beef tallow, butter, coconut oil, or olive oil instead. This page shows estimated PUFA grams per menu item to help you make more informed choices. These are estimates — actual values vary by preparation and location. Curious why people avoid them? Read the evidence.
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See where Cote UK lands on the full Seed Oil Index, or check which chains cook in real fats on Tallow Watch. Wondering about a specific dish instead? The Is It Seed Oil food guide answers it for 200+ everyday foods, and the distributor oils page covers what independent restaurants fry in.